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Asian Studies

Students emerge from a doorway leading to the Temple of Heaven in Beiging, China.

College of Arts and Sciences

Department of Asian Studies

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UNDERSTAND AND ENGAGE WITH ASIA

Majors and minors study how different local, national and regional cultures interact within Asia and beyond. The program draws on the strengths of specialists in anthropology, art history, English, Chinese and Japanese language, foreign literature, history, music, philosophy, politics and international relations, sociology and criminal justice. Students may major or minor in the program, with an Honors option also available. Asian Studies complements a host of other majors, including Chinese and Japanese language, history, international relations, political science and international business. The program encourages students to further deepen cultural and linguistic engagement through study abroad.

AREAS OF STUDY

Islam in Southeast Asia
Writing with Chinese characters
Asia in the World
Buddhism and Taoism
The Asian Development Model
Cultural cooperation and conflict
Past, present, and future Asias

CAREER OPTIONS

Asian Country Risk Analysis
Asian Student Liaison
Japan Exchange/Teaching Program
Management Consulting
International IT
Translation
English Instruction in China

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Business
Chinese Literature
Humanitarian Policy
Japanese History
Journalism
Law
Security Policy

What’s special about this program?

Asian Studies brings Asia into the classroom and brings students to Asia. Enrichment opportunities are wide reaching: study abroad in China and Japan, courses pairing Asia and the American students, virtual learning with students in Malaysia, field trips, lecture and film series, and student interest groups. Those wishing looking for Asia in film can explore the library’s extensive collection ranging from the epic “Hero” to the seemingly placid “Tokyo Story”—from samurai slasher to thoughtful documentary. And the Foreign Language Media Center offers a wide range of games, computer programs, and other resources that support foreign language and cultural learning.